The Professional Photography program prepares learners to confidently capture, create, and present meaningful images while building a strong technical and artistic foundation. Offered through our accredited school partners, this comprehensive course blends practical, hands‑on instruction with an in‑depth exploration of the principles that shape exceptional photography. From image capture through final output, across both digital and analog formats, learners gain the skills and understanding needed to pursue photography as a profession or a serious creative pursuit.
Module 1: Camera Anatomy
Module 2: Lens and Exposure
Module 3: Light, Color, and Film Negatives
Module 4: Darkrooms and Digital Pictures
Module 5: Image Editing and Printing Digitally
Module 6: Organizing and Lighting
Module 7: Extending the Image and View Camera
Module 8: History of Photography
By completing the program, learners will be able to:
Understand the fundamental principles of photography, including light, optics, and exposure
Operate cameras effectively using professional techniques and settings
Apply digital photography workflows from capture through processing and output
Edit and enhance images using basic Photoshop techniques
Identify career pathways within professional photography
Establish the foundational steps to start a home‑based photography business
Upon completion of this program, learners will be eligible to sit for the Certified Professional Photographer exam.
This class is an independent-study course. Students will have all the resources needed to successfully complete the course within the online material. A student helpdesk is available for technical support during the course enrollment.